How long is the flight from Scotland to South Africa?

On average, it takes 14h to fly from Scotland to South Africa if you fly out of Glasgow (the most popular airport in Scotland) and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (the most popular airport in South Africa). If you’re flying out of Edinburgh and into Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, then the flight time is around 16h 30m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Scotland to South Africa?

Qatar Airways, RwandAir, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Scotland to South Africa

Which airlines fly to South Africa?

KLM, British Airways and Turkish Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Scotland according to our data. KLM is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Scotland to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to South Africa?

As of October 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Scotland to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to South Africa?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Turkish Airlines flights from Scotland to South Africa

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Mar 3

EDI16:20Edinburgh Turnhouse

16h 30m

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JNB17:55Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Mar 3

EDI5:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

32h 00m

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JNB15:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

Apr 27

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Nov 17

EDI5:50Edinburgh Turnhouse

27h 05m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Scotland is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R13 486, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in May, then you should wait until February to fly from Scotland, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R14 397.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Scotland. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was R14 846. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Scotland to South Africa on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around R20 477. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Scotland in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R15 905 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the afternoon when prices are around R17 999.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Scotland when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R16 233 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Scotland for as low as R13 761 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Scotland to South Africa flight.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Scotland to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Scotland to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Scotland to South Africa?
As of October 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Scotland to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Scotland to South Africa?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Scotland to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The required travel and health documents for your South Africa trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Scotland to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Lufthansa	PriceFrom R11 374	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,8 7 539 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R11 873	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 393 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R12 124	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 4 031 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
KLM	PriceFrom R12 288	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,7 1 406 reviews	Search KLM flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R13 002	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 3 659 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom R13 852	Free Cancellation	Rating 6,7 7 485 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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